Libby, the library app

Libby, the library app

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Libby, the library app: Borrow millions of ebooks and audiobooks for free

Instantly access your local library’s digital catalog with your library card. Read best-sellers on your Kindle, enjoy award-winning audiobooks via CarPlay, and sync your reading progress across all your devices.

Publisher

OverDrive, Inc.

Category

Books

Downloads

30M+

User Rating

4.8/5

Total Ratings

4M+

Locales

19

Your Library, Reimagined

Discover the interface used by 30M+ users.

The Libby app onboarding screen showing Apple Editor Choice and App of the Day awards and an initial question about having a library card.

The Libby app onboarding screen showing Apple Editor Choice and App of the Day awards and an initial question about having a library card.

The home screen of the Libby app featuring book collections and digital library browsing tools

The home screen of the Libby app featuring book collections and digital library browsing tools

Libby app screen showing curated book titles from a local library.

Libby app screen showing curated book titles from a local library.

Screenshot of the Libby app search interface showing catalog filters for books audiobooks and magazines with a list of recent searches

Screenshot of the Libby app search interface showing catalog filters for books audiobooks and magazines with a list of recent searches

Libby app interface showing search filters for book subjects and formats

Libby app interface showing search filters for book subjects and formats

Libby app interface displaying the library shelf with current ebook loans and holds

Libby app interface displaying the library shelf with current ebook loans and holds

A screenshot of Libby's audiobook player interface featuring playback controls and the cover of the novel Piglet

A screenshot of Libby's audiobook player interface featuring playback controls and the cover of the novel Piglet

Libby app ebook reader interface showing a minimalist page layout with text and navigation controls

Libby app ebook reader interface showing a minimalist page layout with text and navigation controls

Digital newsstand in the Libby app featuring various cooking and lifestyle magazines

Digital newsstand in the Libby app featuring various cooking and lifestyle magazines

Libby app notification settings screen in dark mode showing loan and hold management options.

Libby app notification settings screen in dark mode showing loan and hold management options.

The World’s Best Library, Right in Your Pocket

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 30M+ users.

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Premium Content, Zero Subscription

Borrow the latest NYT best-sellers, trending magazines, and classics for free. Enjoy a high-end reading experience without adding another monthly fee to your budget.

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Read on Kindle or On the Go

Seamlessly send ebooks to your Kindle device or listen to audiobooks via Apple CarPlay. Perfect for your morning commute, gym session, or evening wind-down.

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Designed for Power Readers

Customize your experience with adjustable text sizes, playback speeds, and sleep timers. Your progress automatically syncs across all your devices so you never lose your place.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 30M+ people who love this app.

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"Libby has completely replaced my expensive audiobook subscriptions. Being able to listen via CarPlay during my commute and then pick up exactly where I left off on my Kindle at night is a game-changer. It’s easily the most intuitive app on my phone."

Sarah Miller
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"I can't believe I used to pay for every single ebook. With Libby, I have access to all the latest NYT best-sellers right from my local library. The interface is beautiful, and adjusting the text size makes reading so much more comfortable for me."

Robert Chen

About the app

Everything you need to know about Libby, the library app.

Description

All over the world, local libraries offer millions of ebooks and audiobooks. You can borrow them — for free, instantly — with a library card and Libby: the award-winning, much-loved app for libraries. • Browse your library’s digital catalog of books — from classics to NYT best-sellers • Borrow and enjoy ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines • Download titles for offline reading, or stream them to save space • Send ebooks to your Kindle (U.S. libraries only) • Listen to audiobooks via Apple CarPlay • Use tags to create your must-read list and any other book lists you want • Keep your reading position automatically synced on all your devices In our beautiful, intuitive ebook reader: • Adjust text size, background color, and book design • Zoom into magazines and comic books • Define and search for words and phrases • Read and listen to read-alongs with your kids • Add bookmarks, notes, and highlights In our ground-breaking audio player: • Slow down or speed up the audio (0.6 to 3.0x) • Set a sleep timer • Simply swipe to skip forward and backward • Add bookmarks, notes, and highlights Libby is built by the team at OverDrive, in support of local libraries everywhere. Happy reading!

Latest Version

9.0.1

Size

11.5 MB

First Released

Dec 12, 2016

Join Millions of Readers & Borrow for Free

Download Libby to access your library's collection of best-sellers, audiobooks, and magazines—instantly synced to your phone, tablet, and Kindle.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Libby, the library app

What is the Libby app?

Libby is an award-winning app that allows users to borrow millions of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines for free from their local library using a library card. It is built by the team at OverDrive.

Is the Libby app free?

Yes, the Libby app is free to use. Users can borrow ebooks and audiobooks for free and instantly with a valid library card from participating local libraries.

How do I get books on the Libby app?

Users can get books on Libby by browsing their local library's digital catalog within the app. With a library card, they can borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines instantly.

Can I read books offline with Libby?

Yes, the Libby app allows users to download titles for offline reading. This feature enables access to borrowed content without an internet connection or saves device space by streaming.

Does Libby work with Kindle devices?

Yes, the Libby app supports sending ebooks to Kindle devices. This functionality is available specifically for users with a U.S. library card.

Can I use Libby audiobooks with Apple CarPlay?

Yes, Libby allows users to listen to audiobooks via Apple CarPlay. This integration provides a convenient way to enjoy audio content while driving.

What customization options are available in Libby's ebook reader?

The Libby ebook reader offers customization options including adjusting text size, background color, and book design. Users can also zoom into magazines and add bookmarks, notes, and highlights.

What features does the Libby audiobook player offer?

The Libby audiobook player features include adjusting playback speed from 0.6x to 3.0x, setting a sleep timer, and easily skipping forward or backward. Users can also add bookmarks, notes, and highlights.

Does Libby synchronize reading progress across devices?

Yes, Libby automatically keeps your reading position synced across all your devices. This feature ensures a seamless reading or listening experience when switching between different devices.

How does Libby manage notifications for loans and holds?

The Libby app provides notifications for loan expiring, loan expired, hold ready, and hold lapsing. Users can customize which types of these important events trigger notifications.